Model Maker Associate

Why join us?Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.GENERAL PURPOSEPerform the building of prototypes, models and mock-ups to a degree of completion required by Design/Development teams for proper evaluation and/or presentation.Working from sketches, layout drawings, completed detailed drawings, CAD data as available, all in accordance with a predetermined schedule and/or priorities.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAchieve and maintain a depth and breadth of technical proficiency of new modeling techniques and apply to projects.Assist in the determination of materials, method, procedure and technology used in building models and prototypes.Design and build fixtures or molds as needed to aid in the building of models and prototypes.Develop and/or build models, prototypes and mock-ups in the most feasible way, per customer requirements, goals and objectives.Interact effectively with internal and external resources including model makers, model shop manager, outside vendors, suppliers, designers, engineers, plant personnel, program manager and other appropriate resources.Perform additional requirements as operations may require in support of achieving business objectives.Perform responsibilities in a safe and organized manner in compliance with State, Federal and Company policy.Provide vital feedback to MM and MM senior and customers on projects completed.Receives workload requirements and direction from MM and MM senior MS Lead and Work Team Leader.Take strong ownership in projects; provide vital feedback to customers on projects completed.Utilize standard Model Shop equipment such as lathe, mill, saws, hand tools and inspection equipment with limited guidance from others.Work with (Model Maker) MM and MM senior in development of skills related to Model Shop equipment and materials.Perform additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education/Experience - Not ParsedLicenses and Certifications/Skills and AbilitiesU.S. Dept of Labor Journeyman card for Design Model Maker or Associate Degree in Model Making.1-5 years' experience in a Design/Development Model Shop.Possess good competence and creative skills.Basic understanding and experience working with a variety of materials such as clay, wood, metal, sheet metal, plastics, epoxies, urethanes and metal castings.Familiarity with Industrial Design concepts and processes.Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, related to wood, metal forming and plastic.Ability to utilize all of the model shop's equipment and processes.Well developed conceptual, analytical and communication skills.Familiarity of the Rapid-Prototyping and Rapid-Tooling industry and processes.Ability to make sound decisions without all relevant data present.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.Ability to solve problems with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.Self-starter, reliable, motivated in one's work, with a strong ability to work in a team environment.Demonstrated ability to effectively use office automation, communication, software and tools currently used in the Herman Miller office environment; basic knowledge of Product View and Solid View.Basic understanding of the modeling technologies and equipment used in CAD/CAM, Product Visualization, and FEA.Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.

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